The surname Underwood has roots in Ireland and is derived from the Gaelic name "O'Conndubhain," which means "descendant of Conndubhain." The prefix "O" denotes "descendant of," while "Conndubhain" is a personal name derived from the elements "conn," meaning "head" or "chief," and "dubh," meaning "black." This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have had a connection to a prominent chief or leader. Over time, the name O'Conndubhain evolved into different variations, including Underwood. This change likely occurred during the Anglicization of Irish surnames in the 16th and 17th centuries when English influence became more prominent in Ireland. The Underwood surname was predominantly found in the counties of Limerick and Clare in southwestern Ireland. The bearers of this name were likely part of the Gaelic nobility or landed gentry, as they owned significant tracts of land in these areas. The Irish Underwoods were affected by the turbulent events in Irish history, including the Cromwellian conquest and the subsequent period of English domination. Many families were dispossessed of their land and forced into exile or poverty. In modern times, descendants of Irish Underwoods can be found all over the world, particularly in countries with large Irish diaspora communities like the United States, Canada, and Australia. The name continues to carry a sense of Irish heritage and identity for those who bear it.
I'm Bóru Underwood, the Family Crest Bear and a custodian of Irish heritage who oversees a grand and expansive library of Irish names. My library is a treasure of family history, cataloguing thousands of surnames, including a special collection of over 2,500 names from Irish and Celtic origins.
We invite you to search this extraordinary library, a realm where each name tells a story. Embark on an engaging journey to uncover your family name hidden within these vast archives. In a distinctive and personalized offering, Bóru Underwood allows you to immortalise your family's name and crest on his t-shirt, transforming it into a proud emblem of your family history.
Suitable for children from 36 months, Bóru, the Family Crest Bear is a large charming Irish teddy bear with tweed trousers, a matching flat cap and his t-shirt is personalized with your own family crest. Made with all new synthetic materials he sits 30cm / 12 in. tall (38cm / 15 in. from top to toes), has soft brown fur and features the Paddy Pals motif on his pad. Paddy Pals are loved by both children and adults with their traditional Irish attire and welcoming smile. The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.
Seolta ó Chontae an Dúin, Tuaisceart Éireann, déantar béir Paddy Pals a sheachadadh ar fud an domhain saor in aisce!
Loingseoireacht Chaighdeánach Saor in Aisce - Airmail. Seachadadh i thart ar 7-9 lá oibre (Níos tapúla
roghanna loingseoireachta ar fáil freisin agus tú ag seiceáil amach).
Sa chás nach dócha nach bhfuil tú sásta le do cheannach cuirimid ráthaíocht iomlán airgid 30 lá ar fáil.
| Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
|---|---|
| Dath | Brown |
| Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
| Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |
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